20 Most Recent 2003 Dodge Neon - Page 7 Questions & Answers

P0202 is something wrong with cylinder 2 injector circuit malfunction. I would start with checking the wires on the number 2 cylinder making sure the connector is clean and plugged in. Also check and see if the spark plug is wet if it is dry off plug and put back in because it was not firing.

first remove the 2 screws from the bulb holder,just above the tag,the entire bulb holder wlil come out,so you can change your bulb. replace bracket opposite the wayyou removed it. your done!

sounds like the weather stripping around the door is bad or is torn

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The dome lamp receives power from the 10 amp micro fuse located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) on the M1 circuit. This circuit is HOT at all times. The ground path for the lamp is provided in two different ways.

One way is through the door ajar switches. Circuit M2 connects to all the door ajar switches from the dome lamp. The switches are case-grounded to the body. When a door is opened, the plunger in the switch closes, completing a path to ground.

The second ground path is through the headlamp switch. Circuit M2 is spliced in with the door ajar switches. When the operator turns the headlamp switch to the dome lamp ON position, a ground path is provided through the switch on the Z1 circuit. This ground terminates at the instrument panel left center support.

The time delay relay is used to allow a time-ON function for the ignition switch lamp. Power for the relay is received on the M1 circuit from the 10 amp fuse located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC ).

When a door is opened, or the headlamp switch is moved to the dome lamp position, a ground path is provided for the relay on the M2 circuit. This energizes the relay, closing the contacts. When the relay contacts are closed, power is provided through the relay to the M50 circuit.

The M50 circuit supplies current to the ignition switch lamp in the steering column. Ground for the lamp is provided on the Z3 circuit. This circuit splices with the glove box lamp, the ash receiver lamp, and the PRNDL lamp. The Z3 circuit terminates at the instrument panel left center support.

So, I would check the time delay relay since it supplies power to the circuit. Also, check for a good ground at the instrument panel left center support.

Here's what I found one my old 95' neon. On top of where the shifter linkage attaches to transmission is another half moon shaped (if i remember correctly) linkage that control the throttle valve operation, for kickdown etc for passing. Mine would seize up occasionally from the weather etc & it would hang in lower gear forever before shifting up, then shift down hard when stopping. It even made my gas pedal stiffer to push. It's hard to see it without removing some things out of the way on drivers side. Anyway, that little piece on top of shift linkage has to move very freely. When you get to it, spray it with lots of penetrating lube like WD-40 and shaft it sits on top of & keep working it by hand until you can move it all the way, both ways, easily. Then apply a good coat of white lithium grease or similar to keep it lubed up. I had to do mine about 3 times in 5 years. Give it a try & let me know. I do have a picture somewhere of what /where it is, so if your stuck or not sure, let me know and I'll see if I still have it.

This indicates a cracked head or a blown head gasket. have a compression test done to confirm if this is so.

YOU PROABLY LOOK AT FUSE BOX WITHOUT REALLY LOOKING GIVE IT A GO

look in your manual. it's poorly marked under the hood, but between using the manual and the fuse box cover under the hood it's easy to figure out.

i had to do that with my 2002 neon.

I suggest you replace (All) Motor & Transaxle Mounts, at one time If your capable of doing vehicle work yourself,then you will see all the mounts once your under the car You put some wood under the oil pan & raise it a little, to get the old mounts out & will need a long pry bar as well

Here's a link to the transmission,join the site Shane,it's free then you can use their repair guides,this is for a automatic,on left of page is link to manual transmission. Repair Guides Automatic Transaxle Transaxle Removal Installation...

sounds to me like you will need to replace ignition barrel and new keys will be required , unless you are able remove key than this must be done ...

Check for sticky/seized brake caliper or wheel cylinder if drum brakes. Make sure hand brake off all the way .

My guess is the brake is being applied by the ABS system due to a leaking hydraulic valve in the hydraulic control section of the ABS module.

the bulb holder has to turn then drop out of the socket

usually a bad ground inside the steering wheel. With air bags I suggest taking it to a dealership or reputable mechanic to get it fixed.

usually on the underside of the hood

tac is from computer speedo has sensor in trans. check fuses to see if any are bad even ones under hood !